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BD-5B
BD-Micro Technologies, Inc.
1260 Wade Rd.
Siletz, OR 97380
United States
Phone: 541-444-1343
http://www.bd-micro.com
sales@bd-micro.com
CATEGORY:
| Type | Fixed-wing | Sport-Pilot Compliant | No |
| Status | No Longer Sold | ||
| Categories | Pusher, Aerobatic | ||
PERFORMANCE:
| Max Speed (mph) | 190 | Service Ceiling (ft) | 14000 |
| Cruise Speed (mph) | 170 | Rate of Climb (fpm) | 1600 |
| Stall Speed (mph) | 62 | Takeoff Distance (ft) | 750 |
| Range (statute mi) | 720 | Landing Distance (ft) | 700 |
POWERPLANT:
| Engine | Hirth 3203E | ||
| Design Horsepower | 68 | H.P. Low Range | 50 |
| Fuel Capacity (US Gal.) | 24 | H.P. High Range | 80 |
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT:
| Empty Weight (lb) | 430 | Useful Load (lb) | 400 |
| Gross Weight (lb) | 830 | ||
| Wing Area (ft2) | 47.4 | Length (ft) | 14 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 21.5 | Height (ft) | 6 |
DESIGN:
| Wing Design | Low | Folding Wings | Yes |
| No. of Seats | 1 | Tandem | No |
| Cockpit Width (in) | 23.5 | ||
| Landing Gear | Tricycle | ||
| Materials | Metal | ||
KIT AND PLANS:
| Kit Available | Yes | Quick-build Available | Yes |
| Plans Available | No | Includes Engine | No |
| Beginner Build Time (hrs) | 1000 | Number Built & Flown | 150 |
| Kit Cost ($US) | $29,625 | Plans Cost ($US) | $ |
| Build Cost Range | $44,000 - $67,000 | ||
